AKG N700NC vs. Sony WH-XB900N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of AKG N700NC and Sony WH-XB900N. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

AKG N700NC vs. Sony WH-XB900N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB900N
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 254 g
Colour - Black | Blue
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB900N
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.2 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating Yes - AKG N700NC are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response - 20 - 40000 Hz
Sensitivity - 101 dB/mW
Impedance - 50 Ohm
Diaphragm - PET - 40 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB900N
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB900N
Controls Answer/end, 1-button remote Volume
CABLE AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB900N
Cable Type Charging cable
Headphones cable
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB900N
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB900N
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 36 hour(s) 35 hour(s) AKG N700NC lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB900N.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (via jack cable) (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 36 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 35 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 32 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 300 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 50 hours
Standby Time - 300 hours
Charging Time - 7 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB900N
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only)
USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB900N
Included Accessories Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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